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as in liberates
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
a global crusade to free Nelson Mandela from a South African prison had emerged
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as in opens
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions
we'll free the river by breaking up the ice jam
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as in clears
to rid the surface of (as an area) from things in the way
would you mind freeing up the work area so I can work?
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as in relieves
to set (a person or thing) free of something that encumbers
a phone call would free your parents from worry
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as in saves
to set free from entanglement or difficulty
this plan should free us from debt
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Recent Examples of frees
Satisfying those needs frees the mind up for other work.
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Serenity Gibbons, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
That move frees up a ton of formerly idle deposits for lending on everything from car loans to data centers.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 28 Jan. 2026
License plate readers are a practical, commonsense tool that helps law enforcement respond faster and, ultimately, frees up officers to focus on community engagement and prevention.
—Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
Psychologically, this frees him from the curse of the suicidally idle rich.
—Judy Berman, Time, 19 Jan. 2026
Though he was fired from M-Tex Oil by Cami (Demi Moore), that frees him up to launch his own oil company with his son Cooper (Jacob Lofland), who is no longer being charged with the murder of the man who attacked his fiancée, Ariana (Paulina Chávez).
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 19 Jan. 2026
After the evil is defeated, Steve frees Derek from inside the Mind Flayer and the camera lingers on his face when Derek embraces him in a hug.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 16 Jan. 2026
Macy’s, however, is moving out, which frees up the space for a new use that the owner is not ready to discuss.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2026
This innovative approach not only speeds the design process but also frees up designers to focus on more creative tasks, demonstrating how AI can be used as a tool to augment human creativity rather than replace it.
—Li Jun, Footwear News, 11 Jan. 2026
Serenity Gibbons, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
That move frees up a ton of formerly idle deposits for lending on everything from car loans to data centers.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 28 Jan. 2026
License plate readers are a practical, commonsense tool that helps law enforcement respond faster and, ultimately, frees up officers to focus on community engagement and prevention.
—Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
Psychologically, this frees him from the curse of the suicidally idle rich.
—Judy Berman, Time, 19 Jan. 2026
Though he was fired from M-Tex Oil by Cami (Demi Moore), that frees him up to launch his own oil company with his son Cooper (Jacob Lofland), who is no longer being charged with the murder of the man who attacked his fiancée, Ariana (Paulina Chávez).
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 19 Jan. 2026
After the evil is defeated, Steve frees Derek from inside the Mind Flayer and the camera lingers on his face when Derek embraces him in a hug.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 16 Jan. 2026
Macy’s, however, is moving out, which frees up the space for a new use that the owner is not ready to discuss.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2026
This innovative approach not only speeds the design process but also frees up designers to focus on more creative tasks, demonstrating how AI can be used as a tool to augment human creativity rather than replace it.
—Li Jun, Footwear News, 11 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frees
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In addition to sparing readers a confrontation with the luminous now of the Notification Center, Cash also liberates the Flynns from the always-too-late pop-culture references that constrain many internet novels.—
Gideon Leek,
The Atlantic,
13 Jan. 2026
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Clearing missions liberates the different Hyrule regions from Ganondorf's control and earns resources to level up your characters and their weapons.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Nov. 2025
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His original sketches and the finished product—which opens and closes like a vintage sliding travel clock—are remarkably similar.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
31 Jan. 2026
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The Survivor Café officially opens tomorrow, and reservations are available online.—
Tania Francois,
CBS News,
31 Jan. 2026
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The House is out of Washington on recess with plans to return next week, meaning the government could shutter for a short period even if the Senate clears the package.—
Garrett Downs,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2026
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One runner in need of sanctuary clears another’s path, and every jazz club is half house of worship and rebellion that way.—
Celina Pereira,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Plush cushioning on the insoles relieves tired feet during the day, making these comfortable enough to wear for hours.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Jan. 2026
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This helps water flow as the ice melts and relieves pressure, reducing the risk of the pipe bursting.—
Mary Wasson,
Austin American Statesman,
27 Jan. 2026
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Because they are considered low-impact, Type II actions are exempt from the full SEQRA environmental review process, which saves time and reduces bureaucratic hurdles.—
Carlina Rivera,
New York Daily News,
31 Jan. 2026
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Be more human while AI handles production Use the time AI saves to develop fascinating hobbies and stories.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Produced by Everything Everywhere All at Once‘s Daniel Kwan and Jonathan Wang, as well as Diane Becker, Shane Boris (Fire of Love), and Ted Tremper, the film will next play at SXSW before Focus Features releases it theatrically on March 27th.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
3 Feb. 2026
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Beyond the monthly jobs reports, the BLS also releases an array of economic reports, including the consumer price index that covers inflation.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
31 Jan. 2026
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Perhaps because tomato juice is nutritious, packed with vitamins and antioxidants, and the spiciness can induce a sweat, which, as people like to believe, rids the body of poisons.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
Denver Post,
28 Oct. 2025
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Gabriel And Lil'Jordan Humphrey totally redeems himself.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
17 Jan. 2026
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A lot is happening, but the episode redeems itself with the announcement that Monica and Chandler are going to be parents — one of the most heartwarming moments of the entire series.—
Diana Pearl,
PEOPLE,
26 Nov. 2025
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“Frees.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frees. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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